PORTOLA (IMO 9449443)
PORTOLA is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2010 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 12,835 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 8,278. This size profile is typical for specialized product tankers operating in regional liquid cargo trades. PORTOLA is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions, as well as along the South America East Coast. It has previously operated under four different names and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 5 August 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 538003828
- Call sign: V7TL8
- Gross tonnage: 8278
- Deadweight: 12835 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 40 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 20/02/2025, Fawley (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 05/08/2026
- Registered owner: FPS PORTOLA LLC (United Kingdom)
- Ship manager: BOREALIS MARITIME LTD (United Kingdom)
- ISM manager: BOREALIS DENIZCILIK AS (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 17°38.2′N · 064°43.0′W · Speed 12.0 kn · under way · received 18 October 2026 at 01:39 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PORTOLA?
PORTOLA is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2010 and is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for PORTOLA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 12,835 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 8,278.
Which classification society manages PORTOLA?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has PORTOLA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has also been observed operating along the South America East Coast.
What is the PSC inspection history for PORTOLA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 14 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 August 2026. All-time records show 40 inspections since 2010 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 20 February 2025.
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